A _is a list of the worker’s responsibilities, along with each task that is to be performed as part of his or her particular job.

Question 1 of 20 5.0 Points
A __________ is a list of the workers responsibilities, along with each task that is to be performed as part of his or her particular job.
A. job description

B. job specification

C. task analysis

D. task description
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Question 2 of 20 5.0 Points
What aspect of an applicant often indicates how he or she will approach the job?
A. Current position

B. Personal characteristics

C. Job traits

D. Trait analysis
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Question 3 of 20 5.0 Points
A person working in the retail profession who has career goals in occupations other than retailing is called:
A. a careerist.

B. a pass-through.

C. a streamer.

D. undecided.
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Question 4 of 20 5.0 Points
A __________ is a person who enjoys the industry in which he or she works and wants to remain in that industry.
A. careerist

B. developer

C. goalie

D. fundamentalist
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Question 5 of 20 5.0 Points
Where of the following was NOT discussed in the lesson as a place to put help-wanted information?
A. Newspapers

B. Trade publications

C. Temporary agencies

D. Billboards
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Question 6 of 20 5.0 Points
A __________ is a statement that clarifies the type of position a person is seeking.
A. position specification

B. position skills

C. job history

D. career summary
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Question 7 of 20 5.0 Points
In what order should work history be listed on a résumé?
A. In reverse chronological order

B. In chronological order

C. In order of importance

D. In alphabetical order
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Question 8 of 20 5.0 Points
All of the following are critical aspects of a candidate’s employment potential EXCEPT:
A. skills and work experience.

B. energy, motivation, and goals.

C. attitude and personal appearance.

D. age and education.
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Question 9 of 20 5.0 Points
In what kind of interview is every candidate is asked the same questions?
A. A stress interview

B. A Powers interview

C. A structured interview

D. A personality interview
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Question 10 of 20 5.0 Points
What is an interview that is more conversational in nature called?
A. A stress interview

B. An unstructured interview

C. A Powers interview

D. A personality interview
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Question 11 of 20 5.0 Points
How long should the first interview last?
A. 15-30 minutes

B. 30-60 minutes

C. 60-90 minutes

D. 2 hours
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Question 12 of 20 5.0 Points
In a job interview, what should be used as a basis for discussion along with the candidate’s résumé?
A. His or her personality

B. The job description

C. His or her education

D. Any physical disabilities
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Question 13 of 20 5.0 Points
According to your textbook, what topic should NOT be discussed in a job interview?
A. Ethics

B. Education

C. Integrity

D. Ability to change
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Question 14 of 20 5.0 Points
When should you check an applicant’s references?
A. Check them before the interview.

B. Have Human Resources check them during the interview.

C. It’s not necessary to check references.

D. Check them after the interview.
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Question 15 of 20 5.0 Points
Follow-up interview questions should be:
A. open-ended and probing, but not personal.

B. formal, probing, and personal.

C. friendly and personal, but not probing.

D. open-ended, probing, and personal.
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Question 16 of 20 5.0 Points
FCRA stands for:
A. Fair Credit Reporting Act.

B. Fashion Retailers’ Customer Association.

C. Fashion Retailers’ Credit Agency.

D. Federal Credit Retailing Agency.
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Question 17 of 20 5.0 Points
What is it called when an employer fails to conduct a background check and a person is hired and that person’s actions end up harming others?
A. Dismissive hiring

B. Negligent hiring

C. Captious hiring

D. Illegal hiring
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Question 18 of 20 5.0 Points
Prospective employers risk a lawsuit if they use which of the following to reject a qualified candidate?
A. Medical information

B. Past work experience

C. A reference check

D. A drug test
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Question 19 of 20 5.0 Points
In which of the following should the start date, work hours, and compensation be included?
A. Job offer letter

B. Job clarification letter

C. Letter of interest

D. Letter of concern
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Question 20 of 20 5.0 Points
A listing of the tasks and skills a person is required to perform is called:
A. a job analysis.

B. a job description.

C. a task analysis.

D. a job specification.